Mental disorder

A mental disorder or a mental illness refers to a change in behaviour that’s generally associated with distress or disability, behaviour that is not considered ‘normal’ in society. They are usually connected to functions of the brain and other parts of the nervous system. Diagnosis of these disorders is particularly difficult because they are in many cases continuation of normal everyday issues like stress. Common mental health disorders include depression, generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post‑traumatic stress disorder and social anxiety disorder, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Schizophrenia, etc. There are various causes for mental disorders, including genetic predisposition and environmental factors.

Signs of bipolar disorder that can be easily missed

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, February 11, 2020 at 05:19pm

Bipolar disorder, or manic-depressive illness, as it is also known as, can creep up on you without you realising it till it is too late. Know how to read the signs.
Scientists develop AI tool that can detect changes in patients' mental health

Posted By IANS, January 18, 2020 at 10:03am

The researchers hope that the new AI tool will help them better understand how people with mental illnesses are doing and transform mental health care.
New iPhone may trigger trypophobia: Know all about this condition

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, September 13, 2019 at 07:56pm

Many social media users have come forward to complain about symptoms of trypophobia after the recent launch of the new Apple iPhone 11 series. Read on to know about this condition.
The National Nutrition Week 2019: Your unhealthy diet can make you depressed

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, August 31, 2019 at 03:58pm

On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, let us see the role of food in depression. A healthy, nutrient-rich diet will help you to fight this mental disorder with ease.
Decoding post-traumatic stress disorder: Here's what you should know

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, August 23, 2019 at 07:01pm

If you experience any severe trauma, it can trigger post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This is a mental health condition that can affect you physically too. Read on to know more.
Boost your self-esteem to keep mental disorders at bay

Posted By Nayonika Chakraborty, July 06, 2019 at 11:28am

What we think of ourselves can affect our health. Scientists say that a low self-esteem can have an adverse impact on our mental health. Here, learn how to boost your worth in your own eyes.
Non-verbal learning disorder: Know why your child can’t read your expression

Posted By Nayonika Chakraborty, July 05, 2019 at 04:38pm

Does your child ignore your expressions or body language? It could be because he has a non-verbal learning disorder. Read on to know more.
5 foods to avoid if you are suffering from psychological disorders

Posted By Editorial Team, May 02, 2019 at 04:52pm
India reports more than 80% surge in people seeking help for mental health: Survey

Posted By IANS, April 04, 2019 at 06:18pm

A survey conducted in India has revealed that there has been 80% surge in the number of people seeking help for mental problems, especially in tier-2 cities.
Deep brain stimulation is the new OCD treatment

Posted By juhi kumari, March 08, 2019 at 10:17pm

Deep brain stimulation can be the answer for severe OCD patients. Read on to know all about this surgical procedure and much more.
Cut the fantasy off: Depression is real and the myths have been busted

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, September 14, 2018 at 06:39pm

Clearing out misconceptions is essential to understand a mental or physical health condition and treat it. Here are some common myths related to depression and all you have to know about the reality.
Even general physicians aren’t safe? 2 in 5 have had mental health problems

Posted By Sudhakar Jha, August 24, 2018 at 11:48am

Around 40 per cent of GPs in England have experienced conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder, found a survey.
Know how cannabis harms the brain

Posted By ANI, August 14, 2018 at 11:58am

The study, led by Ana Sebastiao in collaboration with Neil Dawson and his team at the University of Lancaster, showed how long-term use of either cannabis or cannabis-based drugs impairs memory.
Study finds obsession for flawless selfie can affect mental health

Posted By Agencies, August 04, 2018 at 04:57pm

A filtered selfie can trigger body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), warn researchers.
Here are five things that your psychotherapist wants you to know

Posted By Debjani Arora, July 09, 2018 at 09:32pm

Here is what your psychologist will and will not do for you.
Delhi Burari Deaths: What is shared psychosis? And other facts about this condition shared by an expert

Posted By Debjani Arora, July 04, 2018 at 06:13pm

Here is everything you need to know about shared psychosis.
World Schizophrenia Day 2018: Types of schizophrenia you should know about

Posted By Debjani Arora, May 24, 2018 at 07:15pm

We spoke to Dr Pavan Sonar, psychiatrist and psychotherapist, Mumbai to know more about how the condition progresses.
Postpartum depression if not treated can turn to postpartum psychosis where a mother can harm the baby!

Posted By Debjani Arora, May 18, 2018 at 06:18pm

Postpartum psychosis is a severe mental illness that could make the mother physically harm the baby.
Do you constantly fear losing your loved ones? Then read this!

Posted By Debjani Arora, January 24, 2018 at 05:27pm

Are you constantly fearing loss of your loved ones or feel blue when you go away from them even temporarily, the read this.
Excessive gaming to be named as a mental disorder by WHO

Posted By Agencies, December 24, 2017 at 02:40pm

Gaming affects a key memory centre in the brain called the hippocampus.